Food trucks find patchwork of rules in northern suburbs
As the food truck industry heats up in Indianapolis, leaders of its fast-growing northern suburbs are starting to rewrite the rules of the road.
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Steak n Shake facing new suit over mandatory menu pricing
Another Steak n Shake franchise owner is suing the company over its controversial practice that prohibits restaurants in the chain from setting their own menu prices, even after a federal appeals court sided with a franchisee.
DINING: Geist pub shows Asian influence
Second in a month-long series of food-and-a-drink eatery reviews.
Charlie & Barney’s ends 36-year restaurant run
Indianapolis chain Charlie & Barney’s, known for its chili, has closed its flagship downtown location, leaving it without a restaurant for the first time since its 1977 founding.
Higher payroll taxes take toll on restaurants
So far, 2013 has been “a roller coaster ride” for Indiana eateries, according the state trade association’s president. Industry observers say a 2-percent increase in the payroll tax is a likely culprit in a nationwide sales decline.
Bru, Mesh owner planning third eatery in Mass Ave neighborhood
Mike Cunningham has signed a letter of intent to buy a building at 620 N. East St. that he said would house a "new American diner."
Steak n Shake’s value menu isn’t all that looks cheap
Investors may be undervaluing Biglari Holdings Inc., which owns Steak n Shake outright and holds 20 percent of Cracker Barrel.
Cops to valets: Park cars, not traffic
Indianapolis police are keeping an eye on downtown valets, whose habit of blocking traffic lanes has prompted complaints. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department issued a stern reminder to all valet operators on Jan. 31, the week after the opening of The Alexander Hotel in CityWay at Delaware and South streets.
SCOTT: Local restaurant trends to keep eye on in 2013
Locovore, food trucks and snackification among other trends are gaining momentum in the Indianapolis area.
Simon unit suing Stir Crazy chain for unpaid rent
The owner of Castleton Square Mall is suing its former tenant for $471,031 following the restaurant’s closing late last month.
New restaurants: Upland in Carmel, Lincoln Square downtown
Old Carolina Barbecue also announces expansion to Indianapolis market.
Local Taco Bell franchisee acquired by California firm
Southern Bells Inc., an Indianapolis-based franchisee that operates 76 regional fast-food restaurants, has been acquired by the country’s largest franchisee of Applebee’s restaurants.
Microlenders aim to help businesses grow, survive
Indiana has three certified, not-for-profit SBA microloan intermediaries, which not only make short-term microloans—as any lender can—but also use the SBA grants they receive to offer business coaching along with the financing.
Bazbeaux founders settle lawsuit
Former husband and wife agree to end joint ownership of pizza restaurant, ending dispute that erupted with opening of Fountain Square sandwich shop.
Two Scotty’s to reopen as Detour American Grilles
The owner of the restaurants, Fishers-based MSCB, switched to the new formats after terminating its contracts with the current operator, Indianapolis-based A Pots & Pans Production.
Scotty’s plans new restaurants, loses contracts on others
Scott Wise, who operates nine restaurants in Indiana, plans to open two more Scotty’s Brewhouses in Indiana next year. However, his company also is losing the management contracts on two restaurants that carry the Scotty’s name.
Yats founders prepare to franchise chain across Midwest
Yats founders Joe and Regina Vuskovich decided earlier this year to grow their restaurant through franchising. Broad Ripple resident John Sutton and his sister Brittany Franken jumped at the opportunity.
Local chain takes vacant Clearwater restaurant spot
Zionsville-based Oobatz! will open in building formerly occupied by Uno Chicago Grill.
Another Broken Egg, Drake’s join local restaurant scene
Three others, including Granite City Food & Brewery, are adding to their number of Indianapolis-area locations.
Local Ruth’s Chris franchisee takes aim at breakfast
The operator of the Ruth’s Chris Steak House locations in Indianapolis is delving into the breakfast business by acquiring the rights to open 16 Another Broken Egg restaurants. The first is slated to open in February on the north side.